a year tops. then you go get some work. not this endless extension manure for 24 months. 24 months! lol...if you can't find work in two years you are a born loser and deserve a spot at the salvation army soup line. lazy, that's what most are. i've met 'em in person. the vast majority of people on unemployment for any time longer than 3 months are lazy, good for nothings, that drain amerika's resources dry. i could find jobs for everybody in my city of 1 million, if they would take what i'd give 'em. and all would make more net pay than what they're given from the gov'ment. guaranteed. they won't do the work. they won't assemble big macs. they won't rake leaves for the elderly. they won't mow grass when it's hot and dry outside. they won't trim trees. they won't fix flat tires after hours. they won't clean office buildings at night. see how many "won't"s i'm using? that's your problem...